Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a loaf pan with olive oil.
Rice the cauliflower: Cut the cauliflower into florets and pulse them in a food processor until they resemble rice-sized pieces. If you don’t have a food processor, you can grate the cauliflower using a box grater.
Cook the cauliflower rice: Transfer the riced cauliflower to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 4-5 minutes, until soft. Alternatively, you can steam or sauté the cauliflower for about 5 minutes until tender. Once cooked, let it cool slightly, and then use a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth to squeeze out as much excess moisture as you can. This step is key to ensuring your bread isn’t soggy!
Mix the bread dough: In a large bowl, combine the riced cauliflower, eggs, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix everything until well combined. The mixture should have a dough-like consistency.
Form the loaf: Transfer the cauliflower mixture to your prepared loaf pan or shape it into a loaf on the baking sheet. If you prefer a flatter loaf (like a focaccia), you can spread it out evenly on the baking sheet.
Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and firm to the touch. If you’re making a loaf, you can check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center—it should come out clean.
Cool and serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then remove and cool further on a wire rack. Slice and serve as you would regular bread!
Tips:
For a crispier crust, you can broil the bread for an additional 2-3 minutes at the end of baking to give it a golden, crunchy top.
Flavor variations: Feel free to experiment by adding herbs like rosemary, thyme, or even a pinch of chili flakes for extra flavor.
Storage: Store leftover cauliflower bread in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze slices for longer storage.
This Cauliflower Bread is a fantastic low-carb, gluten-free alternative that you can enjoy with any meal or even use for sandwiches! Enjoy!
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